Wall Coverings

  • General Cleaning:

    1) Regularly dust with a long-handled microfiber duster

    2) Always wipe seams using a soft, lint-free cloth

    3) Avoid scouring cleansers or abrasive cloths

    Delicate Wallpapers such as Silk, Grasscloth, and Textiles:

    1) May be vacuumed with a clean vacuum cleaner brush

    2) Any moisture will cause damage

    3) Small stains may be removed with a dry cleaning sponge, or a cotton swab and a mild cleaning solution

    Vinyl Wallpapers:

    Clean with soap and water. It will lift if you use too much water, so be sure to squeeze out your sponge or microfiber cloth thoroughly and wipe the walls gently. Dry with a clean microfiber cloth

    Removing Scuff Marks - Clean with 1/2 cup vinegar and 1 quart water. Wear rubber gloves and squeeze out as much liquid from your sponge as possible before gently scrubbing

    Removing Grease Stains - Make a paste of water and cornstarch. Apply with your fingers and rub the area gently. Wipe with a slightly damp cloth, and dry with a clean cloth

    Removing Crayon - Using a fine-grade steel wool pad filled with soap (but no water), rub gently in a single direction to remove the marks. If this doesn’t work, try using a paper towel dampened with dry-cleaning solvent. Dab the area lightly and blot as you go to prevent the solvent from streaking across the wallpaper

  • General Cleaning:

    1) Regularly dust with a long-handled microfiber duster

    2) At least once a year, wash all painted walls. Using a clean, white cloth, wipe down thoroughly with soap and warm water. Keep a dry cloth in hand to wipe any errant drips. Alternate cleaning with the soapy water and rinsing with a sponge from a clean bucket of water. Use a dry white towel to buff out any extra moisture

    3) Avoid scouring cleansers or abrasive cloths

    Removing Scuff Marks - Clean with 1/2 cup vinegar and 1 quart water. Wear rubber gloves and squeeze out as much liquid from your sponge as possible before gently scrubbing

    Removing Grease Stains - Make a paste of water and cornstarch. Apply with your fingers and rub the area gently. Wipe with a slightly damp cloth, and dry with a clean cloth

    Removing Crayon - Using a damp clean cloth, dip it in a little bit of baking soda, then scrub the crayon marks gently